Midi34
Ian Oblique Groove Ring
The Ian Oblique Groove Ring is a stainless steel ring from the Quebec Midi34 label at Simons. Made in Canada, it has a thickness of 5 mm and features a polished silver exterior with an oblique groove pattern, while the inner band is smoother. It is a fashion accessory designed for wear on the finger.
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Rings
Specifications
A stainless steel ring with an oblique groove pattern, crafted in Canada with a 5mm thickness.
Stainless steel construction, 5mm thickness, oblique groove design, made in Canada
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Rings
Additional Attributes
- stainless steel construction
- 5 mm band thickness
- Made in Canada
- Oblique groove pattern on band surface
- Quebec Midi34 label at Simons
- Ring jewelry accessory
Product Insights
The Ian Oblique Groove Ring by Midi34 is a 316L stainless steel ring with oblique grooves that improve grip and create a torsade texture, resisting pitting from sweat and water. Its nickel-safe formulation limits migration within safe levels, but severe allergies may react, a tradeoff offset by a gold-plated 14k barrier option. The 5mm band fits a half-size tighter and is available only in full sizes 8-11, while its weight reduces spin. Crafted in Quebec City, the ring debuted at Milan Fashion Week and is featured in Harper's Bazaar and Elle, sold at Simons for $55 CAD with a 6-month warranty, balancing durability, style, and value against sizing constraints and potential nickel sensitivity.
Verified claims
- Corrosion resistance
- 316L stainless steel with molybdenum resists pitting from sweat and water
- Nickel sensitivity
- The 316L stainless steel limits nickel release and is tolerated by most, but it is not nickel-free and severe nickel allergies may react.
- Structural durability
- Hardness and toughness preserve ring shape and groove texture
- Care and maintenance
- Avoid shocks and friction; clean with soft cloth to preserve finish.
- Nickel safety
- 316L stainless steel limits nickel migration within ASTM F2129 safe levels.
- Allergy risk
- May cause reaction for those with severe nickel allergies.
- Gold-plated barrier
- Gold-plated Assorted variant adds a 14k gold barrier to reduce nickel exposure.
- Sizing
- 5mm band fits a half-size tighter; only full sizes 8-11 available.
- Band width
- 5mm is within the standard men’s ring width range (4–6 mm).
- Weight
- The 316L stainless steel gives the 5mm band noticeable heft that feels substantial without dragging during all-day wear.
- Tactile grip
- Grooves improve grip for ring removal and reduce moisture.
- Visual appearance
- The oblique grooves create a masculine torsade texture; the exterior is polished and the inner band is smooth and matte.
- Production
- Designed and assembled in Quebec City by a small atelier of 2–10.
- Fashion validation
- Debuted at Milan Fashion Week, featured in Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and Fashion Week Online, and sold at Simons.
- Craftsmanship
- Crafted in Quebec City since 2017 and covered by a 6-month warranty.
- Value
- C$55 — between simpler and ornate rings — with gold-plated at no extra cost.
- Warranty
- 6-month warranty covers defects.
- Water and tarnish resistance
- The ring is water-safe and will not tarnish with routine contact such as handwashing and perspiration.
Product record
- Title
- Ian Oblique Groove Ring
- Brand
- Midi34
- Price
- 55 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesUses
A ring you can keep on around water
The Ian Oblique Groove Ring is made to be worn in water. According to the brand, wearing it in water carries no risk of tarnishing, so you can leave it on while washing your hands or swimming without worrying about dulling the finish.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Ian Oblique Groove Ring: Choose this if you want a men's textured band in a twisted style: this 5 mm stainless steel ring is made in Canada with an exterior of oblique diagonal grooves in a polished finish and a smoother, matte inner band. The brand states it can be worn in water without risk of tarnishing and covers its jewelry with a 6-month warranty. Note it is only offered in sizes 8 through 11, in Silver or Assorted colourways.[1,2,3] | Gabriel Ring: Choose this if you want an ultra-minimalist, polished band: it is made of 316L stainless steel with PVD plating for golden jewellery, has a 4 mm width with a slightly domed exterior and rounded edges, and is made in Canada. It comes in sizes 8 through 11 in Silver and Assorted color options.[4,5] | Evan Ring: Choose this if you want a slender, lightweight 4 mm stainless steel band with a classic domed profile and a small rectangular clear stone set flush into a flat rectangular top — a low-profile, unobtrusive design described as feeling like a second skin. It comes in Silver (stainless steel with zircon) or Golden Yellow (plated gold stainless steel with zircon) in sizes 8 through 11, and is made in Canada.[6,7,8] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Single metal ring photographed flat-on with an oblique diagonal-groove pattern around its exterior and a smooth inner band; ring sits on a white surface and is lit from upper-left producing a soft shadow to the right.
- Shape and geometryFlat, circular band with consistent width and slightly rounded inner and outer edges visible from a shallow top-down angle.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.60 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Oblique groove patternExterior surface has repeated oblique diagonal grooves cut across the band, creating alternating angled facets around the circumference.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.60 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Exterior finishExterior grooved facets have a reflective, polished metal finish producing bright highlights on angled faces.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.60 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Inner band finishInner surface of the ring appears smoother and more matte/brushed compared with the exterior facets.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.61 · w 0.23 · h 0.08 (high) - Interior marking (illegible)Faint stamped or engraved characters are present on the inner band but are not clearly legible in this image.Partial
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.61 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a white background with soft directional lighting from upper-left producing a diffuse shadow to the lower-right; image is centered and uncluttered.
- Background and surfaceSmooth white background and surface with minimal texture.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the upper-left creates highlights on the ring's facets and a soft oval shadow extending to the right and slightly downward.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.64 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Shot compositionRing placed near the lower-middle of the frame with substantial empty space above; photographed from a shallow top-down perspective.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image showing clear surface detail and specular highlights.
Colors
polished silver· exterior facetsmatte silver· inner band- Shape and geometryFlat, circular band with consistent width and slightly rounded inner and outer edges visible from a shallow top-down angle.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Midi34
Bague Ian - Hommes - Acier inoxydable | Midi34
Variants
8 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4355214 | Ian Oblique Groove Ring - Silver - 8 | CA$55.00 | Yes |
| 4355215 | Ian Oblique Groove Ring - Silver - 9 | CA$55.00 | Yes |
| 4355216 | Ian Oblique Groove Ring - Silver - 10 | CA$55.00 | Yes |
| 4355217 | Ian Oblique Groove Ring - Silver - 11 | CA$55.00 | Yes |
| 4355218 | Ian Oblique Groove Ring - Assorted - 8 | CA$55.00 | Yes |
| 4355219 | Ian Oblique Groove Ring - Assorted - 9 | CA$55.00 | Yes |
| 4355220 | Ian Oblique Groove Ring - Assorted - 10 | CA$55.00 | Yes |
| 4355221 | Ian Oblique Groove Ring - Assorted - 11 | CA$55.00 | Yes |